I love when someone writes the heck out of a sentence. On Thursdays, I try to post some of my favorites.
“He had gray, bushy eyebrows, the only barricades against a large expanse of wrinkled forehead that threatened to tumble down in an avalanche of anxiety over the rest of … Read More
On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.
Coe Booth’s YA novels are masterpieces of characters, rich with voice. Her first novel for middle grade readers is just as good. This story has a little something for everyone: family drama, responsibility, basketball, … Read More
We have a winner!
Last month I announced a little contest to give away a free copy of the audio version of Caminar. The lucky winner is: Jessica Lee. Jessica, congratulations! I’ll be in touch to get your mailing address.
Thanks for entering, everybody! If you didn’t … Read More
When I was a third grade teacher, I always spent Columbus Day reading Encounter by Jane Yolen aloud to my class. What I like about this book is that (minus the author’s note) it doesn’t spell things out so plainly for the reader and listener. It allows the space to … Read More
As seen on my drive home from last week’s road trip. I love the look of these in a wide, flat field.… Read More
I love when someone writes the heck out of a sentence. On Thursdays, I try to post some of my favorites.
“I ached once, hard, like a period typed at the end of a sentence.”
~ Gillian Flynn’s Sharp Objects… Read More
On Wednesdays, I vow to inconsistently list some good books I’ve recently read.
Everyone is talking about Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson. I finally got my hands on a copy last week and was not disappointed. It’s a wonderful story of an author’s beginning, told in the … Read More
I’m excited to be visiting several classrooms this fall to talk about Caminar. If you’re a teacher, interested in an author visit, you can email me at info@skilabrown.com for more information. Wondering what kinds of talks I like to do?
Here’s what I’ve done for other schools:
• Meet … Read More
If you’re looking for a book with vivid photos of a gorgeous country–look no further.
Writing retreat with friends at a lake in Wisconsin.
Bliss.… Read More